epitomize
verb (used with object)
to contain or represent in small compass; serve as a typical example of; typify.
epitomizes
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present tense formof epitomize (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The fund, founded in 1929, epitomizes Vanguard Group founder Jack Bogle’s values —own a balanced mix of stocks and bonds, and keep your costs down.
From Barron's ● Apr. 3, 2026
For me, his dilemma epitomizes both the potential and pitfalls of investing in private assets.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 30, 2026
“He’s so tough, a couple of times he just drags guys with him ... he epitomizes everything we want to be about ... he’s like Pac-Man, he just eats up yards and catches.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 15, 2025
“To me, he kind of epitomizes a lot of the success that we’ve had looking back,” Friedman said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2025
It fairly epitomizes the whole process of teaching and therefore is so comprehensive that it calls for analysis.
From Principles of Teaching by Adam S. Bennion
